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government of the day
The government of the day refers to the political party or party coalition with a majority in the House of Representatives (Commonwealth) or lower house (States). The government of the day forms the e [..]
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house of review
A house of review refers to second or alternative chamber in a bicameral parliament or assembly. The house of review examines, checks and debates bills introduced in the other chamber.
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abet
To abet is to encourage or induce someone to undertake a course of action, often illegally.
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accessory
An accessory is a person who assists to plan or conceal a particular crime, though they were not directly involved in committing the crime.
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accessory after the fact
An accessory after the fact is not involved in a particular crime but fails to report the crime and/or acts to protect or conceal those who committed the crime.
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accessory before the fact
An accessory before the fact is aware that a criminal act will be committed but fails to report or attempt to stop the crime.
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accused
In criminal law, the accused is a person who appears in court, charged with an offence.
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acquittal
Acquittal is the release from a criminal charge by the verdict of a jury or magistrate.
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act of parliament
An Act of Parliament is a statute or item of legislation, a law made by a Federal, State or Territorial parliament.
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adjourn
To adjourn is to postpone a trial or hearing until a later time, or to end it altogether.
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